Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Roofing & Building Maintenance Services
Established in 1979, Hodgson Sayers has built a reputation as a leading specialist in roofing, building maintenance, and security products across the UK. Headquartered in Stanley, County Durham, with a secondary base in Nottingham, we employ over 100 skilled tradespeople dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions. Our expertise spans diverse sectors including healthcare, education, heritage, housing, and utilities, supported by a commitment to innovation and sustainability. Recognised as UK Company of the Year by the British Chamber of Commerce, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge practices to address complex project challenges.Our guiding principles of honesty, decency, and integrity underpin every interaction, ensuring transparent relationships with clients, suppliers, and communities. As an ISO 14001-certified business, we prioritise environmental responsibility, from hybrid vehicle fleets to photovoltaic installations. Our investment in apprenticeships and staff wellbeing reflects our belief in nurturing talent and fostering long-term industry growth. With a focus on tailored solutions, we serve public and private sector clients nationwide, maintaining a track record of excellence in construction and civils work.
Services
Roofing
Metal Fabrication
Security Products
Construction & Civils
Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in specialist roofing and construction.
- Our ISO 14001 certification demonstrates environmental management excellence.
- We offer in-house design, manufacture, and installation services nationwide.
- Our heritage roofing operatives hold CSCS heritage card status.
- We maintain a hybrid vehicle fleet to reduce environmental impact.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
- National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)
Services
Roofing
We specialise in pitched and flat roofing using traditional materials and modern metals. Our NFRC-certified team delivers heritage restoration and new-build projects with a focus on sustainability. Services include slate and tile installation, leadwork, and solar PV integration.
Metal Fabrication
Our skilled team creates bespoke steel and aluminium solutions including louvres, gantries, and staircases. We offer full project management from design to installation, working collaboratively with clients to develop tailored architectural features and industrial components.
Security Products
We design and install certified LPS 1175 security door systems for utilities and commercial sectors. Our EPSILON and APEIRON ranges offer upgradeable, hinge-free solutions with polyester powder coating options and dedicated account management for complete project support.
Construction & Civils
We undertake groundworks, bricklaying, and refurbishment projects across utilities and public sectors. Our teams deliver substation construction, housing maintenance, and infrastructure projects with a focus on sustainability and rapid mobilisation for urgent requirements.
Staffing
We provide skilled tradespeople for roofing, joinery, and construction projects. Our apprenticeship programme develops industry talent while meeting client needs for qualified operatives in both temporary and permanent roles across the UK.
People
John Sayers
Managing Director
Apprentice-trained, John has led Hodgson Sayers since 2013. He champions environmental awareness and community engagement, driving sustainable practices while maintaining the company's heritage of quality craftsmanship and apprenticeship development.
Billy Hodgson
Executive Chairman
Founder Billy established the company in 1979. His apprenticeship background shaped our values-driven approach. He continues to influence strategic direction, ensuring our commitment to quality, staff development, and community responsibility remains central to operations.
Marie Errington
Bid & Administration Director
Marie oversees administrative operations and compliance. She leads our wellbeing initiatives and tender processes, ensuring efficient business functions while promoting mental health support and professional development opportunities for all staff members.
Peter Condren
Operations Director
Apprentice bricklayer Peter progressed to Operations Director via site management roles. With a construction HND, he manages nationwide operations, combining technical expertise with strategic oversight to maintain quality standards across all projects and teams.
David Greenwood
Finance Director
David provides financial leadership with extensive industry experience. He ensures data-driven decision-making across the business, leveraging prior consultancy experience with Hodgson Sayers to strengthen financial management and support strategic growth initiatives.
Questions
What sectors do you work in?
We operate across healthcare, education, heritage, housing, and utilities sectors, delivering specialist roofing, construction, and security solutions nationwide.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification and are members of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors.
Do you offer apprenticeships?
We maintain a comprehensive apprenticeship programme, developing future industry talent while preserving traditional construction skills and techniques.
What sustainability initiatives do you have?
We implement hybrid vehicles, photovoltaics, and material recycling programmes. Our green roof solutions and carbon reduction plan demonstrate environmental commitment.
Do you provide heritage restoration services?
Yes, our CSCS heritage-carded operatives specialise in restoring historic buildings using traditional materials and techniques for stone, slate, and leadwork.
